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Name	Bull Terrier	Shar-Pei	Kerry Blue Terrier
Origins	England	China	Ireland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	60	64	129
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bully Gladiator English Bull Terrier	Chinese Fighting Dog	Irish Blue Terrier Kerry
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Shar-Pei? Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	40-55 pounds (18- 25 kg)	33-40 pounds (15-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	47.5 pounds (18- 25 kg)	36.5 pounds (16.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier? Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (46 cm)

Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$1000-$1200	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Very frequent: The Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shar-Pei is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.

Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Bull Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier trainability comparison.	Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Bull Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier? Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Protective Tempered Sweet Trainable Keen	Loving Independent Affectionate Devoted Reserved Suspicious	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Gentle Strong Willed Spirited
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Average to High: Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Shar-Pei dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier social needs comparison:	Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Shar-Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Low to Average: The Bull Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Shar-Pei barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Terrier breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Shar-Pei breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Kerry Blue Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Shar-Pei dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shar-Pei dogs handle alone time quite well.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shar-Pei bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kerry Blue Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shar-Pei has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Deafness Hereditary Nephritis Lens Luxation Spinning	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Osteochondrosis Dissecans Glaucoma Seborrhea Cutaneous Mucinosis Fever Pyoderma	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Shar-Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Kerry Blue Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Bull Terrier, Shar-Pei and Kerry Blue Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bull Terrier: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Shar-Pei: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kerry Blue Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier? Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier energy level comparison:	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Shar-Pei dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shar-Pei dogs exercise need is minimal.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Shar-Pei dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shar-Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier coat comparison:	Dense Smooth	Dense	Curly
Colors What are the original Bull Terrier, Shar-Pei and Kerry Blue Terrier color?	Black White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot	Black Gray Blue Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier? Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Shar-Pei requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier? Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or {name3 shedding:	Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Shar-Pei has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shar-Pei is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Shar-Pei dogs are generally with other pets.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Yes Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shar-Pei dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shar-Pei is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kerry Blue Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shar-Peis are not recommended for elderly people.	Kerry Blue Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bull Terrier or Shar-Pei or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Not really Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shar-Pei breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kerry Blue Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bull Terrier and Shar-Pei and Kerry Blue Terrier have?	1-9 puppies, average 5	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Bull Terrier vs Shar-Pei vs Kerry Blue Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1922 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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